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The European Union (EU) said on Wednesday (Jan 8) that it rejected Meta Chief Mark Zuckerberg's charge that the bloc engaged in censorship with its tech regulations.&nbsp;
Addressing a press conference, European Commission Chief Spokesperson Paula Pinho said, "We absolutely refute any claims of censorship on our side."
The European Commission is the EU's politically independent executive arm.&nbsp;
<h2>Meta scraps its US fact-checking programme</h2>
The EU's remarks came a day after Meta scrapped its US fact-checking programme and reduced curbs on discussions around contentious topics such as immigration and gender identity.&nbsp;
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"We're going to get rid of fact-checkers (that) have just been too politically biased and have destroyed more trust than they've created, especially in the US," Zuckerberg said in a post.&nbsp;
Zuckerberg also took a shot at the EU "that has an ever-increasing number of laws institutionalising censorship and making it difficult to build anything innovative there."
The remark referred to new laws in Europe that require Meta and other major platforms to maintain content moderation standards or risk hefty fines.
<h2>Meta's decision criticised by disinformation experts</h2>
Meta's decision to end its US fact-checking programme was criticised by disinformation experts.&nbsp;
Speaking to the news agency AFP, Ross Burley, co-founder of the nonprofit Centre for Information Resilience, said that Meta's decision was "a major step back for content moderation at a time when disinformation and harmful content are evolving faster than ever."
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bending-of-knee-to-trump-condemn-critics-as-meta-ceo-announces-to-ditch-factchecking-8600485" rel="dofollow">'Bending of knee to Trump', say critics as Meta CEO ditches fact-checking</a>
"While efforts to protect free expression are vital, removing fact-checking without a credible alternative risks opening the floodgates to more harmful narratives," Burley added.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: The EU's remarks came a day after Meta scrapped its US fact-checking programme. Mark Zuckerberg criticised the bloc by saying it had an ever-increasing number of laws institutionalising censorship.

The European Union (EU) said on Wednesday (Jan 8) that it rejected Meta Chief Mark Zuckerberg's charge that the bloc engaged in censorship with its tech regulations. Addressing a press conference, European Commission Chief Spokesperson Paula Pinho said, "We absolutely refute any claims of censorship on our side." The European Commission is the EU's politically independent executive arm. Meta scraps its US fact-checking programme The EU's remarks came a day after Meta scrapped its US fact-checking programme and reduced curbs on discussions around contentious topics such as immigration and gender identity. Also read | Meta to toss out factcheckers to reduce censorship, restore 'free expression' "We're going to get rid of fact-checkers (that) have just been too politically biased and have destroyed more trust than they've created, especially in the US," Zuckerberg said in a post. Zuckerberg also took a shot at the EU "that has an ever-increasing number of laws institutionalising censorship and making it difficult to build anything innovative there." The remark referred to new laws in Europe that require Meta and other major platforms to maintain content moderation standards or risk hefty fines. Meta's decision criticised by disinformation experts Meta's decision to end its US fact-checking programme was criticised by disinformation experts. Speaking to the news agency AFP, Ross Burley, co-founder of the nonprofit Centre for Information Resilience, said that Meta's decision was "a major step back for content moderation at a time when disinformation and harmful content are evolving faster than ever." Also read | 'Bending of knee to Trump', say critics as Meta CEO ditches fact-checking "While efforts to protect free expression are vital, removing fact-checking without a credible alternative risks opening the floodgates to more harmful narratives," Burley added. (With inputs from agencies)

'We absolutely refute...': EU rejects Meta chief Mark Zuckerberg's censorship claim

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TED chief Chris Anderson wrote an open letter to Elon Musk on Tuesday (Jan 7) stating that his recent posts on social media "could get someone killed" and that the Tesla CEO was forgetting the "core tenets of journalism".
"...Without them, I think your efforts to make X the respected home of citizen journalism will fail. When you tell hundreds of millions of people that someone should be hanged or jailed for outrageous crimes against humanity, just possibly you should first sound out what those who know those people really well would say about them. Some of your recent posts could literally get someone killed. Do you really want to risk that?," Anderson questioned, referring to the recent posts by the tech mogul.
Musk has been openly bashing international governments whose political views don't align with his and backs far-right figures. He's been using his platform X to express his disapproval and make accusations against various political leaders, particularly in the UK, Germany, and Canada.
"You say you want to maximize un-regretted user seconds on X. By far the simplest way you could do this, Elon, is simply to thoughtfully edit what you yourself post," Anderson said.
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With a certain amount of trepidation, I'm posting this open letter to <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@elonmusk</a>, someone I have admired, but who, right now, is causing me concern. I know I'm not alone in thinking these thoughts. Please like or repost if you're willing... And Elon, if you're listening, please&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/WGU9okIXJ3">pic.twitter.com/WGU9okIXJ3</a>
&mdash; Chris Anderson (@TEDchris) <a href="https://twitter.com/TEDchris/status/1876602909590192213?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 7, 2025</a></blockquote>
Anderson criticised Musk for disregarding the "fairness doctrine", which requires seeking comments from individuals or institutions before publishing critical claims about them.
Anderson, although, acknowledged that Musk is tackling important issues but said that the way it was being presented was "playground bullying".
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/girl-youre-no-longer-governor-musk-slams-trudeau-for-rejecting-canada-us-merger-pitch-by-trump-8601912" rel="dofollow">Also read: 'Girl, you&rsquo;re no longer governor...': Musk slams Trudeau for rejecting Canada-US 'merger' pitch by Trump</a>
"It's crass and it's cruel, and it's therefore not nearly as effective as it could be. You're hearing the cheers of your most loyal followers, but missing the fact you're making yourself a laughing stock among many who you really want on your side. Long-term that's going to damage X, your other businesses, and indeed your long-term dreams for humanity. No one wants to follow a playground bully to Mars," the TED chief said.
<h2>'Miss the old Elon'</h2>
Anderson further said that Musk was someone he admired and that he misses the "old Elon" as at present his actions are causing concern.
"I miss the old Elon. You can be funny, interesting, insightful and inspiring. You've fought incredibly hard for what you've built. And you may feel you're entitled to do whatever the hell you want with it. But I also know that you understand the danger of holding too tightly to the ring of power, how it can distort someone's judgement and turn them ugly," he wrote.
"I'm hoping you can loosen that ring just a little. For the love of humanity that you profess, I really urge you to embrace the fairness doctrine and showcase a better face of X," Anderson added.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Trending: TED chief Chris Anderson said that Musk was someone he admired and that he misses the "old Elon", as at present his actions are causing concern.

TED chief Chris Anderson wrote an open letter to Elon Musk on Tuesday (Jan 7) stating that his recent posts on social media "could get someone killed" and that the Tesla CEO was forgetting the "core tenets of journalism". "...Without them, I think your efforts to make X the respected home of citizen journalism will fail. When you tell hundreds of millions of people that someone should be hanged or jailed for outrageous crimes against humanity, just possibly you should first sound out what those who know those people really well would say about them. Some of your recent posts could literally get someone killed. Do you really want to risk that?," Anderson questioned, referring to the recent posts by the tech mogul. Musk has been openly bashing international governments whose political views don't align with his and backs far-right figures. He's been using his platform X to express his disapproval and make accusations against various political leaders, particularly in the UK, Germany, and Canada. "You say you want to maximize un-regretted user seconds on X. By far the simplest way you could do this, Elon, is simply to thoughtfully edit what you yourself post," Anderson said. With a certain amount of trepidation, I'm posting this open letter to @elonmusk, someone I have admired, but who, right now, is causing me concern. I know I'm not alone in thinking these thoughts. Please like or repost if you're willing... And Elon, if you're listening, please… pic.twitter.com/WGU9okIXJ3 — Chris Anderson (@TEDchris) January 7, 2025 Anderson criticised Musk for disregarding the "fairness doctrine", which requires seeking comments from individuals or institutions before publishing critical claims about them. Anderson, although, acknowledged that Musk is tackling important issues but said that the way it was being presented was "playground bullying". Also read: 'Girl, you’re no longer governor...': Musk slams Trudeau for rejecting Canada-US 'merger' pitch by Trump "It's crass and it's cruel, and it's therefore not nearly as effective as it could be. You're hearing the cheers of your most loyal followers, but missing the fact you're making yourself a laughing stock among many who you really want on your side. Long-term that's going to damage X, your other businesses, and indeed your long-term dreams for humanity. No one wants to follow a playground bully to Mars," the TED chief said. 'Miss the old Elon' Anderson further said that Musk was someone he admired and that he misses the "old Elon" as at present his actions are causing concern. "I miss the old Elon. You can be funny, interesting, insightful and inspiring. You've fought incredibly hard for what you've built. And you may feel you're entitled to do whatever the hell you want with it. But I also know that you understand the danger of holding too tightly to the ring of power, how it can distort someone's judgement and turn them ugly," he wrote. "I'm hoping you can loosen that ring just a little. For the love of humanity that you profess, I really urge you to embrace the fairness doctrine and showcase a better face of X," Anderson added. (With inputs from agencies)

TED chief Chris Anderson raises concerns over Musk's recent social media posts, says 'miss the old Elon'

Billionaire Elon Musk recently caused an issue for the social media personality Andrew Tate after he launched his political party Britain Restoring Underlying Values (BRUV) with a plan to run for the prime minister of the UK. Soon after his announcement on the social media platform X (owned by Musk), the party's X handle was abruptly suspended. Tate had posted the party's charter on X with the promise of stepping down from his position if he could not fulfil his promises.&nbsp;
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After the suspension of the party's handle, Tate tagged Musk, asking the reason for the deactivation of the account. Soon after, the account was restored, leading Tate to thank Musk in his post on X. "We are back. Join us @votebruv. We're taking Britain back to greatness. The revolution will be televised," Tate wrote, tagging his "bruv" Musk at the end.&nbsp;
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We are back. Join us <a href="https://twitter.com/votebruv?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@votebruv</a> We&rsquo;re taking Britain back to greatness. The revolution will be televised. Thanks bruv 😎 <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@elonmusk</a>
&mdash; Andrew Tate (@Cobratate) <a href="https://twitter.com/Cobratate/status/1876458961878262002?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 7, 2025</a></blockquote>
Musk surprisingly replied, saying he had no idea about the reason for suspension. "Not sure why it was suspended, but it seems to be fixed now," Musk replied to Musk.&nbsp;
<h3>'Reclaim Britain'</h3>
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The official website of Britain Restoring Underlying Values says the party's motive is to 'reclaim Britain'. "There will be no excuses, no compromises, no second chances. We will defend our borders, crush crime, purge corruption, and restore pride to a nation under siege," the website reads.&nbsp;
"Britain will rise again stronger, unyielding, and unapologetic. If you want safety, power, and freedom, join the fight. The time for talk is over. It's action or nothing," the website adds.&nbsp;
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Tate's announcement of a new political party in Britain came at a time when people's trust in traditional parties was not at its best, and they were turning towards new faces who could join them in demanding change.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Andrew Tate pledged transparency by posting the charter of his party on X, emphasising accountability and promising to step down if he fails to meet his commitments.

Billionaire Elon Musk recently caused an issue for the social media personality Andrew Tate after he launched his political party Britain Restoring Underlying Values (BRUV) with a plan to run for the prime minister of the UK. Soon after his announcement on the social media platform X (owned by Musk), the party's X handle was abruptly suspended. Tate had posted the party's charter on X with the promise of stepping down from his position if he could not fulfil his promises. Also read | He was handed script to read...: Trudeau's half brother says Canadian PM wasn't 'one calling plays' while in power After the suspension of the party's handle, Tate tagged Musk, asking the reason for the deactivation of the account. Soon after, the account was restored, leading Tate to thank Musk in his post on X. "We are back. Join us @votebruv. We're taking Britain back to greatness. The revolution will be televised," Tate wrote, tagging his "bruv" Musk at the end. We are back. Join us @votebruv We’re taking Britain back to greatness. The revolution will be televised. Thanks bruv 😎 @elonmusk — Andrew Tate (@Cobratate) January 7, 2025 Musk surprisingly replied, saying he had no idea about the reason for suspension. "Not sure why it was suspended, but it seems to be fixed now," Musk replied to Musk. 'Reclaim Britain' Also read | 'Girl, you’re no longer governor...': Musk slams Trudeau for rejecting Canada-US 'merger' pitch by Trump The official website of Britain Restoring Underlying Values says the party's motive is to 'reclaim Britain'. "There will be no excuses, no compromises, no second chances. We will defend our borders, crush crime, purge corruption, and restore pride to a nation under siege," the website reads. "Britain will rise again stronger, unyielding, and unapologetic. If you want safety, power, and freedom, join the fight. The time for talk is over. It's action or nothing," the website adds. Also read | Donald Trump’s inauguration: Which world leaders will attend? Is PM Modi invited? Tate's announcement of a new political party in Britain came at a time when people's trust in traditional parties was not at its best, and they were turning towards new faces who could join them in demanding change. Also read | New study shows AI helps find more cancer cases without causing extra harm (With inputs from agencies)

X restores account of Andrew Tate's political party, Elon Musk said THIS in reply

Donald Trump Jr.&rsquo;s recent trip to Greenland has sparked speculations about what the US President-elect Donald Trump is planning. His visit came two weeks after Trump suggested that he wanted to acquire Greenland.
&ldquo;Greenland is an incredible place, and the people will benefit tremendously if, and when, it becomes part of our Nation. We will protect it, and cherish it, from a very vicious outside World. MAKE GREENLAND GREAT AGAIN!&rdquo; Trump said in a post on his Truth social media platform.
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During a press conference on Tuesday (Jan 7), Trump was asked whether he would use military or economic coercion to acquire Greenland. To this, he responded by saying, &ldquo;No, I can&rsquo;t assure you on either of those two, but I can say this: We need them for economic security.&rdquo;
The president-elect has suggested that having Greenland will benefit the US in security. However, some experts believe that he may also be looking to use the natural resources that are found on the world&rsquo;s largest island.
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<h2>Geopolitical position</h2>
Home to 56,000 people, Greenland is a former Danish colony with a unique geopolitical position. The country lies between the US and Europe, with its capital, Nuuk, closer to New York than Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark.
The location of Greenland also offers a strategic maritime region of Northwest Passage shipping lane between Greenland, Iceland, and the United Kingdom.
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<h2>Rare minerals</h2>
Greenland is rich in deposits of natural resources, which may be appealing to Trump. The island has oil, gas, and other rare metals that could be used in the production of green technologies like electric cars and wind turbines, as well as military equipment.
<h2>Opportunities amid loss of ice</h2>
The melting of ice in Greenland and Arctic regions due to climate change has created some economic opportunities. The loss of ice has led to the opening of new shipping routes, that could make shipping faster and increase its frequency. This also makes access to the natural resources easier.
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Trump is not the only US president to suggest gaining ownership of the island country. In 1867, President Andrew Johnson bought the Alaskan territory. He also considered buying Greenland and offered $100 million to Denmark for its ownership, but the deal was not made.
Currently, the US has an air base, Pituffik Space Base, in northwest Greenland under the 1951 defence treaty.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Trending | Experts speculate that beyond security, Donald Trump's interest in Greenland might be driven by the island's valuable natural resources.

Donald Trump Jr.’s recent trip to Greenland has sparked speculations about what the US President-elect Donald Trump is planning. His visit came two weeks after Trump suggested that he wanted to acquire Greenland. “Greenland is an incredible place, and the people will benefit tremendously if, and when, it becomes part of our Nation. We will protect it, and cherish it, from a very vicious outside World. MAKE GREENLAND GREAT AGAIN!” Trump said in a post on his Truth social media platform. Also read | 'Girl, you’re no longer governor...': Musk slams Trudeau for rejecting Canada-US 'merger' pitch by Trump During a press conference on Tuesday (Jan 7), Trump was asked whether he would use military or economic coercion to acquire Greenland. To this, he responded by saying, “No, I can’t assure you on either of those two, but I can say this: We need them for economic security.” The president-elect has suggested that having Greenland will benefit the US in security. However, some experts believe that he may also be looking to use the natural resources that are found on the world’s largest island. Also read | 'Oh Canada!' Trump shares map of US which shows Canada as part of America Geopolitical position Home to 56,000 people, Greenland is a former Danish colony with a unique geopolitical position. The country lies between the US and Europe, with its capital, Nuuk, closer to New York than Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark. The location of Greenland also offers a strategic maritime region of Northwest Passage shipping lane between Greenland, Iceland, and the United Kingdom. Also read | 'Not a snowball's chance in hell': Trudeau responds to Trump's remarks of making Canada 51st US state Rare minerals Greenland is rich in deposits of natural resources, which may be appealing to Trump. The island has oil, gas, and other rare metals that could be used in the production of green technologies like electric cars and wind turbines, as well as military equipment. Opportunities amid loss of ice The melting of ice in Greenland and Arctic regions due to climate change has created some economic opportunities. The loss of ice has led to the opening of new shipping routes, that could make shipping faster and increase its frequency. This also makes access to the natural resources easier. Also read | Donald Trump’s inauguration: Which world leaders will attend? Is PM Modi invited? Trump is not the only US president to suggest gaining ownership of the island country. In 1867, President Andrew Johnson bought the Alaskan territory. He also considered buying Greenland and offered $100 million to Denmark for its ownership, but the deal was not made. Currently, the US has an air base, Pituffik Space Base, in northwest Greenland under the 1951 defence treaty. (With inputs from agencies)

Why is Donald Trump interested in acquiring ownership of Greenland?

Justin Trudeau's half-brother Kyle Kemper said on Tuesday (Jan 7) that the Canadian Prime Minister wasn't the "one actually calling the plays" during his term.&nbsp;
Speaking to the TV show "Just the News, No Noise," Kemper said that Trudeau "was basically handed a script to read...and he's kind of the quarterback."
"Him (Trudeau) resigning is like the quarterback retiring in this scenario....those calling the plays will still continue to call the plays," Kemper added.&nbsp;
<h2>'We're already the 51st state'</h2>
Kemper, who shares mother Margaret with Justin Trudeau, pointed out a few weeks back that Canada was already becoming the 51st state of the United States (US).
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"Canada as a single state doesn&rsquo;t make sense&hellip;as 10 however&hellip;.," Kemper said in a response to a poll which asked if Canada should be America's 51st state.
US President-elect Donald Trump, who has never had a good relationship with Justin Trudeau, has been floating the idea of making Canada a part of the US since he met the Canadian PM following his victory in the November 5 US presidential election.
Thereafter, Trump has been mentioning this issue on his social media posts several times.
Hours after Trudeau announced that he would resign as PM, Trump renewed his offer of making Canada part of America.&nbsp;
<h2>'There isn't a snowball chance'</h2>
On Tuesday, Justin Trudeau dismissed Trump's suggestion that he might use "economic force" to make Canada the 51st state of the US.
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"There isn't a snowball's chance in hell that Canada would become part of the United States," Trudeau said in a post on X.
"Workers and communities in both our countries benefit from being each other's biggest trading and security partner," he added.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Trending News: Kemper's remarks came weeks after he pointed out that Canada was already becoming the 51st state of the United States (US). 

Justin Trudeau's half-brother Kyle Kemper said on Tuesday (Jan 7) that the Canadian Prime Minister wasn't the "one actually calling the plays" during his term. Speaking to the TV show "Just the News, No Noise," Kemper said that Trudeau "was basically handed a script to read...and he's kind of the quarterback." "Him (Trudeau) resigning is like the quarterback retiring in this scenario....those calling the plays will still continue to call the plays," Kemper added. 'We're already the 51st state' Kemper, who shares mother Margaret with Justin Trudeau, pointed out a few weeks back that Canada was already becoming the 51st state of the United States (US). Also read | 'Girl, you’re no longer governor...': Musk slams Trudeau for rejecting Canada-US 'merger' pitch by Trump "Canada as a single state doesn’t make sense…as 10 however….," Kemper said in a response to a poll which asked if Canada should be America's 51st state. US President-elect Donald Trump, who has never had a good relationship with Justin Trudeau, has been floating the idea of making Canada a part of the US since he met the Canadian PM following his victory in the November 5 US presidential election. Thereafter, Trump has been mentioning this issue on his social media posts several times. Hours after Trudeau announced that he would resign as PM, Trump renewed his offer of making Canada part of America. 'There isn't a snowball chance' On Tuesday, Justin Trudeau dismissed Trump's suggestion that he might use "economic force" to make Canada the 51st state of the US. Also read | 'Not a snowball's chance in hell': Trudeau responds to Trump's remarks of making Canada 51st US state "There isn't a snowball's chance in hell that Canada would become part of the United States," Trudeau said in a post on X. "Workers and communities in both our countries benefit from being each other's biggest trading and security partner," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

He was handed script to read...: Trudeau's half brother says Canadian PM wasn't 'one calling plays' while in power

Billionaire Elon Musk, on Wednesday (January 8), took a dig at Canadian Prime Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/when-justin-trudeau-played-action-hero-for-marvel-comics-8601304">Justin Trudeau</a> for his comments rejecting the Canada-US merger pitched by US President-elect Donald Trump.
Reacting to Trudeau's post on X (formerly Twitter), <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/elon-musk-interested-in-purchasing-premier-league-side-liverpool-confirms-father-errol-8600449">Elon Musk</a> wrote, "Girl, you&rsquo;re not the governor of Canada anymore, so it doesn&rsquo;t matter what you say."
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Trudeau on Tuesday posted a strongly worded message on X saying, "There isn&rsquo;t a snowball&rsquo;s chance in hell that Canada would become part of the United States. Workers and communities in both our countries benefit from being each other&rsquo;s biggest trading and security partner."
<h2>'Many people in Canada LOVE being the 51st State': Trump</h2>
This development comes days after Justin Trudeau stepped down from the post of Canadian Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader. Shortly after his resignation, Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, saying, "Many people in Canada LOVE being the 51st State. The United States can no longer suffer the massive Trade Deficits and Subsidies that Canada needs to stay afloat. Justin Trudeau knew this and resigned. If Canada merged with the U.S., there would be no Tariffs, taxes would go way down, and they would be TOTALLY SECURE from the threat of the Russian and Chinese Ships that are constantly surrounding them. Together, what a great Nation it would be!!!"
Trump on Wednesday also shared a distorted map of the United States, which showed Canada as part of America alongside the caption "Oh Canada!&rdquo;
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While delivering his first comments after the certification of his victory, Trump on Tuesday (Jan 7) said, &ldquo;Economic force, because Canada and the United States, that would really be something. You get rid of that artificially drawn line, and you take a look at what that looks like. And it would also be much better for national security. You don't forget, we basically protect Canada."
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"We don't need anything they have. We don't need their dairy products, we have more than they have. We don't need anything, so why are we losing $200 billion a year and more to protect Canada? And I said that to, as I called him, Governor Trudeau. I said, listen, what would happen if we didn't subsidize you if we didn't? Because we give them a lot of money, we help them," he added.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Reacting to Trudeau's post on X (formerly Twitter), Elon Musk wrote, "Girl, you’re not the governor of Canada anymore, so it doesn’t matter what you say."

Billionaire Elon Musk, on Wednesday (January 8), took a dig at Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for his comments rejecting the Canada-US merger pitched by US President-elect Donald Trump. Reacting to Trudeau's post on X (formerly Twitter), Elon Musk wrote, "Girl, you’re not the governor of Canada anymore, so it doesn’t matter what you say." Also read: Biden's heartfelt note for his 'friend' Trudeau, says alliance between US-Canada stronger because of him Trudeau on Tuesday posted a strongly worded message on X saying, "There isn’t a snowball’s chance in hell that Canada would become part of the United States. Workers and communities in both our countries benefit from being each other’s biggest trading and security partner." 'Many people in Canada LOVE being the 51st State': Trump This development comes days after Justin Trudeau stepped down from the post of Canadian Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader. Shortly after his resignation, Trump took to his social media platform, Truth Social, saying, "Many people in Canada LOVE being the 51st State. The United States can no longer suffer the massive Trade Deficits and Subsidies that Canada needs to stay afloat. Justin Trudeau knew this and resigned. If Canada merged with the U.S., there would be no Tariffs, taxes would go way down, and they would be TOTALLY SECURE from the threat of the Russian and Chinese Ships that are constantly surrounding them. Together, what a great Nation it would be!!!" Trump on Wednesday also shared a distorted map of the United States, which showed Canada as part of America alongside the caption "Oh Canada!” Also read: 'Oh Canada!' Trump shares map of US which shows Canada as part of America While delivering his first comments after the certification of his victory, Trump on Tuesday (Jan 7) said, “Economic force, because Canada and the United States, that would really be something. You get rid of that artificially drawn line, and you take a look at what that looks like. And it would also be much better for national security. You don't forget, we basically protect Canada." Also read: France calls for European Commission to take tough stance against Elon Musk's interfernece "We don't need anything they have. We don't need their dairy products, we have more than they have. We don't need anything, so why are we losing $200 billion a year and more to protect Canada? And I said that to, as I called him, Governor Trudeau. I said, listen, what would happen if we didn't subsidize you if we didn't? Because we give them a lot of money, we help them," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

'Girl, you’re no longer governor...': Musk slams Trudeau for rejecting Trump's Canada-US 'merger' pitch

US President-elect Donald Trump&rsquo;s inauguration is just days away, and the world is curious about which world leaders are expected to attend the highly anticipated event. The ceremony will take place on January 20, starting at 12 pm ET or 10:30 pm IST, at the US Capitol in Washington, DC.
As per reports in American media, several world leaders are expected to attend Trump&rsquo;s inauguration ceremony. The list of world leaders has been prepared on the basis of information leaked to international media outlets.
<h2>Italy PM Georgia Meloni</h2>
Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni, a populist leader and staunch conservative leader, is expected to be present at the event on January 20. On Sunday (Jan 5), she met Trump at Florida&rsquo;s Mar-a-Lago resort in a significant show of support. CNN reported that Meloni has received an official invitation to the event.
<h2>El Salvador President Nayib Bukele</h2>
Bukele was among one of the first world leaders who extended congratulations to Trump upon his victory in November. CNN reported that he has also received an invite to the ceremony. Notably, Donald Trump's son, Donald Trump Jr, had attended Bukele&rsquo;s inauguration ceremony last year.
<h2>Argentina President Javier Milei</h2>
Javier Milei may also attend the January 20 mega event, according to CBS News. A spokesperson for the president had confirmed the same in December. Elected in 2023, Milei is understood to have good relations with the Republican leader.
<h2>Is PM Modi invited to Trump&rsquo;s inauguration?</h2>
As of now, there is no official confirmation from either side. India&rsquo;s foreign ministry said in a statement Tuesday (Jan 7) that it will keep the media informed if there are more developments.
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&ldquo;As you may know, our External Affairs Minister and Foreign Secretary recently visited the US, and we have already shared details about it through media. In the coming days, we aim to further strengthen and deepen this relationship. As for your specific question, if there are any developments, we will certainly keep you informed,&rdquo; the statement said.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony will take place on January 20, starting at 12 pm ET or 10:30 pm IST, at the US Capitol in Washington, DC.

US President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration is just days away, and the world is curious about which world leaders are expected to attend the highly anticipated event. The ceremony will take place on January 20, starting at 12 pm ET or 10:30 pm IST, at the US Capitol in Washington, DC. As per reports in American media, several world leaders are expected to attend Trump’s inauguration ceremony. The list of world leaders has been prepared on the basis of information leaked to international media outlets. Italy PM Georgia Meloni Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni, a populist leader and staunch conservative leader, is expected to be present at the event on January 20. On Sunday (Jan 5), she met Trump at Florida’s Mar-a-Lago resort in a significant show of support. CNN reported that Meloni has received an official invitation to the event. El Salvador President Nayib Bukele Bukele was among one of the first world leaders who extended congratulations to Trump upon his victory in November. CNN reported that he has also received an invite to the ceremony. Notably, Donald Trump's son, Donald Trump Jr, had attended Bukele’s inauguration ceremony last year. Argentina President Javier Milei Javier Milei may also attend the January 20 mega event, according to CBS News. A spokesperson for the president had confirmed the same in December. Elected in 2023, Milei is understood to have good relations with the Republican leader. Is PM Modi invited to Trump’s inauguration? As of now, there is no official confirmation from either side. India’s foreign ministry said in a statement Tuesday (Jan 7) that it will keep the media informed if there are more developments. Also read: 'A travesty': Elon Musk, Republicans criticise Biden for honouring George Soros “As you may know, our External Affairs Minister and Foreign Secretary recently visited the US, and we have already shared details about it through media. In the coming days, we aim to further strengthen and deepen this relationship. As for your specific question, if there are any developments, we will certainly keep you informed,” the statement said. (With inputs from agencies)

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said on Wednesday (Jan 8) that the billionaire owner of social media platform X, Elon Musk "openly attacks our institutions" and "stirs up hatred". The statement came during a speech for the start of official commemorations on the 50th anniversary of dictator Francisco Franco's death.
This came after France called on the European Commission to take a strong stance and safeguard its member states with "the greatest firmness" against interference in political debates, specifically from Musk.
"Either the European Commission applies with the greatest firmness the laws that we have given ourselves to protect our public space, or it does not do so and then it will have to agree to give back the capacity to do so to the EU member states," Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot told France Inter radio.
This came after several European leaders expressed growing frustration against the tech mogul. The leaders included French President Emmanuel Macron, who said that Musk was "directly intervening in elections".
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz also condemned the Tesla CEO for backing an extreme-right party.
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store expressed concerns saying that it was "worrying" that someone wealthy and influential was involving themselves in European politics.
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<h2>Meloni defends Musk</h2>
While most European leaders were lashing out at Musk, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has come out in support of the billionaire.
Calling him a "genius", Meloni said that Musk is a "gifted man" and that he has been unfairly portrayed as a &ldquo;monster&rdquo; due to his ties with US President-elect Donald Trump.
&ldquo;Elon Musk is a gifted man and it is always very interesting to meet him,&rdquo; Meloni told Corriere Della Sera. &ldquo;He is a great figure of our times, an extraordinary innovator who has always had his gaze fixed on the future."
&ldquo;It makes me laugh a bit that there are people who used to praise him as a genius but today depict him as a monster, just because he has chosen the &lsquo;wrong' political camp, as they see it,&rdquo; she remarked.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Trending: France called on the European Commission on Wednesday to take a strong stance with "the greatest firmness" against interference, specifically from Elon Musk.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said on Wednesday (Jan 8) that the billionaire owner of social media platform X, Elon Musk "openly attacks our institutions" and "stirs up hatred". The statement came during a speech for the start of official commemorations on the 50th anniversary of dictator Francisco Franco's death. This came after France called on the European Commission to take a strong stance and safeguard its member states with "the greatest firmness" against interference in political debates, specifically from Musk. "Either the European Commission applies with the greatest firmness the laws that we have given ourselves to protect our public space, or it does not do so and then it will have to agree to give back the capacity to do so to the EU member states," Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot told France Inter radio. This came after several European leaders expressed growing frustration against the tech mogul. The leaders included French President Emmanuel Macron, who said that Musk was "directly intervening in elections". German Chancellor Olaf Scholz also condemned the Tesla CEO for backing an extreme-right party. Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store expressed concerns saying that it was "worrying" that someone wealthy and influential was involving themselves in European politics. Also read: UK PM Keir Starmer slams Elon Musk for spreading 'lies and misinformation'; X boss reacts Meloni defends Musk While most European leaders were lashing out at Musk, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has come out in support of the billionaire. Calling him a "genius", Meloni said that Musk is a "gifted man" and that he has been unfairly portrayed as a “monster” due to his ties with US President-elect Donald Trump. “Elon Musk is a gifted man and it is always very interesting to meet him,” Meloni told Corriere Della Sera. “He is a great figure of our times, an extraordinary innovator who has always had his gaze fixed on the future." “It makes me laugh a bit that there are people who used to praise him as a genius but today depict him as a monster, just because he has chosen the ‘wrong' political camp, as they see it,” she remarked. (With inputs from agencies)

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Sunny ways, my friends. Sunny ways! That&rsquo;s how Justin Trudeau, smiled widely and waved to a crowd of supporters, began his 2015 victory speech! After nearly a decade of headlines, debates, and global attention, Justin has officially announced his resignation as Canada&rsquo;s prime minister, marking the end of an era. He saw both triumphs and challenges, and his move now gives space for a new chapter in Canada&rsquo;s leadership while he will stay the caretaker PM until the Liberal Party chooses a new leader.&nbsp;
His career has been anything but ordinary. We know him as a prominent PM redefining Canada&rsquo;s politics, but his talents extend far beyond the political spectrum.&nbsp;
<h2 dir="ltr">From politics to superhero</h2>
As the 54-year-old plans to hand over the duties, let&rsquo;s go back to 2016 before he entered the hallways of politics. He was a school teacher and snowboard instructor. His career took a fun twist when he became an action hero in Marvel&rsquo;s Civil War II: Choosing Sides.
In the comic, he is depicted as a hero battling evildoers in Canada&rsquo;s parliament and stepping into a boxing ring. Interestingly, at 44, he appeared on the cover of a comic in a vest with a maple leaf, looking tough and all ready for action!
<figure class="image"><img alt="A page from a new issue of Marvel's Civil War II features Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau." src="https://img-cdn.thepublive.com/fit-in/1280x720/filters:format(webp)/wion/media/media_files/2025/01/08/UCjSGuIyrrchHCpELm7P.jpg" style="width: 1280px;">
<figcaption>A page from a new issue of Marvel's Civil War II features Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Photograph: (Artwork by Ram&oacute;n P&eacute;rez/Courtesy of Marvel)</figcaption>
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<h2 dir="ltr">The man behind the illustration: Ramon Perez</h2>
He is shown with his elbows resting on the ropes of the ring, surrounded by members of the Canadian superhero team Alpha Flight&mdash;Puck, Sasquatch, and Aurora&mdash;while Iron Man stands in the background, ready to jump and lend a hand if needed, according to the Toronto-based cartoonist Ramon Perez, who created the illustration.&nbsp;
The mind behind the illustration, Perez said he wanted to give the oh-so-dashing PM a touch of attitude, capturing his bold and charismatic style: "a bit of, I guess, a little bit of attitude, a little bit of smugness," he said.&nbsp;
Perez further said, "Like you don&rsquo;t know if he&rsquo;s already been boxing for a bit or if he&rsquo;s just gearing up for the fight," describing Justin&rsquo;s drawing in Civil War II. The initial draft showed him bare-chested, but Marvel felt it might be too bold for the audience.&nbsp;
<figure class="image"><img alt="A page from a new issue of Marvel's Civil War II features Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau." src="https://img-cdn.thepublive.com/fit-in/1280x720/filters:format(webp)/wion/media/media_files/2025/01/08/z0wKjZkb3EFhlbrSdlyh.jpg" style="width: 1280px;">
<figcaption>A page from a new issue of Marvel's Civil War II features Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Photograph: (Artwork by Ram&oacute;n P&eacute;rez/Courtesy of Marvel)</figcaption>
</figure>
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<h2 dir="ltr">Trudeau&rsquo;s cameo in the Marvel universe</h2>
Trudeau appeared in Marvel comics when Canadian artist and writer Chip Zdarsky was creating a story&nbsp; about the superhero team Alpha Flight.. Chip decided that Trudeau should be included.&nbsp; &ldquo;He&rsquo;s the face of Canada in popular culture right now,&rdquo; Zdarsky said. Justin&rsquo;s father, Pierre Elliott Trudeau, the former Prime Minister of Canada, also made an appearance in Marvel Comics back in 1979.
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

World | Trending: His career took a fun twist when he became an action hero in Marvel’s Civil War II: Choosing Sides. He appeared on the cover in a vest with a maple leaf. 

Sunny ways, my friends. Sunny ways! That’s how Justin Trudeau, smiled widely and waved to a crowd of supporters, began his 2015 victory speech! After nearly a decade of headlines, debates, and global attention, Justin has officially announced his resignation as Canada’s prime minister, marking the end of an era. He saw both triumphs and challenges, and his move now gives space for a new chapter in Canada’s leadership while he will stay the caretaker PM until the Liberal Party chooses a new leader. His career has been anything but ordinary. We know him as a prominent PM redefining Canada’s politics, but his talents extend far beyond the political spectrum. From politics to superhero As the 54-year-old plans to hand over the duties, let’s go back to 2016 before he entered the hallways of politics. He was a school teacher and snowboard instructor. His career took a fun twist when he became an action hero in Marvel’s Civil War II: Choosing Sides. In the comic, he is depicted as a hero battling evildoers in Canada’s parliament and stepping into a boxing ring. Interestingly, at 44, he appeared on the cover of a comic in a vest with a maple leaf, looking tough and all ready for action! A page from a new issue of Marvel's Civil War II features Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Photograph: (Artwork by Ramón Pérez/Courtesy of Marvel) Also Read: Explainer: The rise and fall of Justin Trudeau, India Impact The man behind the illustration: Ramon Perez He is shown with his elbows resting on the ropes of the ring, surrounded by members of the Canadian superhero team Alpha Flight—Puck, Sasquatch, and Aurora—while Iron Man stands in the background, ready to jump and lend a hand if needed, according to the Toronto-based cartoonist Ramon Perez, who created the illustration. The mind behind the illustration, Perez said he wanted to give the oh-so-dashing PM a touch of attitude, capturing his bold and charismatic style: "a bit of, I guess, a little bit of attitude, a little bit of smugness," he said. Perez further said, "Like you don’t know if he’s already been boxing for a bit or if he’s just gearing up for the fight," describing Justin’s drawing in Civil War II. The initial draft showed him bare-chested, but Marvel felt it might be too bold for the audience. A page from a new issue of Marvel's Civil War II features Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Photograph: (Artwork by Ramón Pérez/Courtesy of Marvel) Also Read: Justin Trudeau resigns as Canada Prime Minister, Liberal Party leader citing ‘internal battles’ Trudeau’s cameo in the Marvel universe Trudeau appeared in Marvel comics when Canadian artist and writer Chip Zdarsky was creating a story about the superhero team Alpha Flight.. Chip decided that Trudeau should be included. “He’s the face of Canada in popular culture right now,” Zdarsky said. Justin’s father, Pierre Elliott Trudeau, the former Prime Minister of Canada, also made an appearance in Marvel Comics back in 1979. (With inputs from agencies)

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The Ukrainian military said on Wednesday (Jan 8) that its forces hit a Russian oil depot which was used by Moscow's air force.&nbsp;
In a statement on social media, the Ukrainian general staff said that the military hit the oil depot in Engels in the Saratov region.&nbsp;
"This oil depot provided fuel to the Engels-2 military airfield, where enemy strategic aviation is based," the statement added.
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A report by the news agency AFP said that the attack was the latest in a series of escalating cross border strikes by Moscow and Kyiv targeting energy and military facilities.
<h2>Russia acknowledges attack in Saratov</h2>
Earlier, Russian officials acknowledged in statements that Ukraine attacked in the Saratov region with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
The Russian defence ministry said that its air defence systems had downed 32 Ukrainian drones overnight, including 11 over Saratov.&nbsp;
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The region's Roman Busargin said that an emergency response team had been dispatched to an industrial facility where a fire had broken out after a Ukrainian drone attack, without elaborating on the type of facility hit. No injuries were reported.&nbsp;
<h2>Russia attacks Ukraine with 64 drones</h2>
This attack on the oil depot comes a day after the Ukrainian military said that Russia launched 64 drones at the country overnight.
Of those&nbsp;drones, Ukraine's air force shot down 41, while 22 "imitator&nbsp;drones" did not reach their targets, the air force added.
(With inputs from agencies)

The Ukrainian military said that oil depot provided fuel to the Engels-2 military airfield, where Russian strategic aviation is based. 

The Ukrainian military said on Wednesday (Jan 8) that its forces hit a Russian oil depot which was used by Moscow's air force. In a statement on social media, the Ukrainian general staff said that the military hit the oil depot in Engels in the Saratov region. "This oil depot provided fuel to the Engels-2 military airfield, where enemy strategic aviation is based," the statement added. Also read | Ukraine backtracks on Kursk 'new offensive' claims; Russia says captured key town Kurakhove A report by the news agency AFP said that the attack was the latest in a series of escalating cross border strikes by Moscow and Kyiv targeting energy and military facilities. Russia acknowledges attack in Saratov Earlier, Russian officials acknowledged in statements that Ukraine attacked in the Saratov region with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The Russian defence ministry said that its air defence systems had downed 32 Ukrainian drones overnight, including 11 over Saratov. Also read | 'Inhuman terrorist act': Moscow accuses Ukraine of 'deliberately' killing Russian journalist in drone strike The region's Roman Busargin said that an emergency response team had been dispatched to an industrial facility where a fire had broken out after a Ukrainian drone attack, without elaborating on the type of facility hit. No injuries were reported. Russia attacks Ukraine with 64 drones This attack on the oil depot comes a day after the Ukrainian military said that Russia launched 64 drones at the country overnight. Of those drones, Ukraine's air force shot down 41, while 22 "imitator drones" did not reach their targets, the air force added. (With inputs from agencies)

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The Hindu Council UK (HCUK) has demanded a national public inquiry into sexual-grooming gangs across the United Kingdom, condemning the "heinous crimes" committed against children and young girls.
The organisation has called on the UK government to fulfil its responsibility of safeguarding vulnerable individuals and ensuring justice for the victims of these atrocities.
The HCUK emphasised the urgency of addressing the issue, citing a 2011 report by The Times that exposed the widespread grooming of girls in several UK towns. Three years later, the first inquiry revealed that approximately 1,400 children had fallen victim to predators in one English town alone.
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According to the HCUK, the UK criminal justice system has repeatedly failed to protect victims from predatory men, necessitating a full investigation into these scandals. "It is the prime responsibility of the Government to safeguard and protect children and young people against these heinous crimes," the HCUK stated.
Krishna Bhan, Chair of the Hindu Council UK, urged the government to adopt a consistent approach to tracking these crimes and investigating the sexual grooming of young girls across the nation.
"The scandal of these grooming gangs should be fully investigated, and the Home Office adopt a consistent way of tracking the disgusting and vile practice," she said.
The HCUK also criticised the lasting impact of these crimes on children, their families, and their communities.&nbsp;
"We request the Government to fully investigate the sexual grooming of girls across the UK by holding a national public inquiry, so that efforts can be made to bring justice to the victims, if it can ever be fully done considering the lasting effects of this trauma," Bhan added.
The organisation also expressed dissatisfaction with the use of the term "Asian" to describe these grooming gangs, highlighting the harm this generalisation causes to other communities.
"Hindu and Sikh girls were also their victims," the HCUK said, welcoming a recent decision by the BBC to refrain from using the term in news reports.&nbsp;
However, the group criticised Prime Minister Keir Starmer for continuing to use the term during a press conference, describing it as "whitewashing" the issue.
The broader controversy has reignited debate over Starmer's tenure as the UK's Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) from 2008 to 2013. Critics, including tech billionaire Elon Musk, have accused Starmer of failing to address the issue during his time as DPP.&nbsp;
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Musk recently stated, "The real reason is that it would show how Starmer repeatedly ignored the pleas of vast numbers of little girls and their parents, in order to secure political support. Starmer is utterly despicable."
Starmer, however, has staunchly defended his record, claiming to have changed the system to ensure victims' voices were heard and citing record prosecutions of child sexual abuse cases during his tenure.
The Rotherham scandal, which took place between 1997 and 2013, remains one of the most notorious cases of child exploitation in the UK. Seven men were recently convicted in September 2024 for crimes committed against two girls in the 2000s.&nbsp;
The convictions were part of Operation Stovewood, a major investigation led by the National Crime Agency into child sexual exploitation in South Yorkshire. The victims in this case were aged 11 and 15 when the abuse began.
Hardeep Singh, Deputy director Network of Sikh Organisations, weighed in on the matter in an editorial in The Spectator, calling for greater accountability from political leaders.&nbsp;
"There's still time for self-proclaimed feminist and 'strong woman' Phillips to do the right thing," Singh remarked, calling the attention of Labour MP and safeguarding minister Jess Phillips.
As the debate intensifies, the Hindu Council UK is mobilising its resources to advocate for justice for the victims. The organisation views a national public inquiry as a critical step in addressing the systemic failures and ensuring the safety of future generations.&nbsp;
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The council urged the government to adopt a consistent approach to tracking these crimes and investigating the sexual grooming of young girls across the nation.

The Hindu Council UK (HCUK) has demanded a national public inquiry into sexual-grooming gangs across the United Kingdom, condemning the "heinous crimes" committed against children and young girls. The organisation has called on the UK government to fulfil its responsibility of safeguarding vulnerable individuals and ensuring justice for the victims of these atrocities. The HCUK emphasised the urgency of addressing the issue, citing a 2011 report by The Times that exposed the widespread grooming of girls in several UK towns. Three years later, the first inquiry revealed that approximately 1,400 children had fallen victim to predators in one English town alone. Also read | Musk vs Starmer: X boss wants King Charles to oust UK govt amid grooming gangs row According to the HCUK, the UK criminal justice system has repeatedly failed to protect victims from predatory men, necessitating a full investigation into these scandals. "It is the prime responsibility of the Government to safeguard and protect children and young people against these heinous crimes," the HCUK stated. Krishna Bhan, Chair of the Hindu Council UK, urged the government to adopt a consistent approach to tracking these crimes and investigating the sexual grooming of young girls across the nation. "The scandal of these grooming gangs should be fully investigated, and the Home Office adopt a consistent way of tracking the disgusting and vile practice," she said. The HCUK also criticised the lasting impact of these crimes on children, their families, and their communities. "We request the Government to fully investigate the sexual grooming of girls across the UK by holding a national public inquiry, so that efforts can be made to bring justice to the victims, if it can ever be fully done considering the lasting effects of this trauma," Bhan added. The organisation also expressed dissatisfaction with the use of the term "Asian" to describe these grooming gangs, highlighting the harm this generalisation causes to other communities. "Hindu and Sikh girls were also their victims," the HCUK said, welcoming a recent decision by the BBC to refrain from using the term in news reports. However, the group criticised Prime Minister Keir Starmer for continuing to use the term during a press conference, describing it as "whitewashing" the issue. The broader controversy has reignited debate over Starmer's tenure as the UK's Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) from 2008 to 2013. Critics, including tech billionaire Elon Musk, have accused Starmer of failing to address the issue during his time as DPP. Also read | Elon Musk accuses UK PM Keir Starmer of failing to bring 'rape gangs' to justice Musk recently stated, "The real reason is that it would show how Starmer repeatedly ignored the pleas of vast numbers of little girls and their parents, in order to secure political support. Starmer is utterly despicable." Starmer, however, has staunchly defended his record, claiming to have changed the system to ensure victims' voices were heard and citing record prosecutions of child sexual abuse cases during his tenure. The Rotherham scandal, which took place between 1997 and 2013, remains one of the most notorious cases of child exploitation in the UK. Seven men were recently convicted in September 2024 for crimes committed against two girls in the 2000s. The convictions were part of Operation Stovewood, a major investigation led by the National Crime Agency into child sexual exploitation in South Yorkshire. The victims in this case were aged 11 and 15 when the abuse began. Hardeep Singh, Deputy director Network of Sikh Organisations, weighed in on the matter in an editorial in The Spectator, calling for greater accountability from political leaders. "There's still time for self-proclaimed feminist and 'strong woman' Phillips to do the right thing," Singh remarked, calling the attention of Labour MP and safeguarding minister Jess Phillips. As the debate intensifies, the Hindu Council UK is mobilising its resources to advocate for justice for the victims. The organisation views a national public inquiry as a critical step in addressing the systemic failures and ensuring the safety of future generations. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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Hundreds of supporters of South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol rallied outside his home on Wednesday in a bid to protect him as investigators prepared a fresh arrest attempt.
Yoon has refused questioning and resisted arrest after his bungled December 3 martial law decree plunged South Korea into its worst political crisis in decades.
Investigators secured a new arrest warrant Tuesday after an initial seven-day order expired. Several hundred members of his base rushed to the conservative leader's house in central Seoul in response, braving sub-zero temperatures.
"A large number of people are coming out to join us. Despite the cold weather, many stayed up all night last night, braving the chill," Lee Hye-sook, a 57-year-old Yoon supporter, told AFP outside his residence.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korean-court-re-issues-arrest-warrant-for-impeached-president-yoon-8599945">South Korean court re-issues arrest warrant for impeached President Yoon</a>
"Witnessing their resilience against the wind and cold, I am confident that President Yoon Suk Yeol will return, and we will prevail."
Some supporters left flowers outside and ribbons with the Trump-style slogan "Make Korea Great Again!", while others waved American flags at the gates of the compound from where the suspended leader has resisted arrest.
You Se-ryung, a 46-year-old YouTuber camped outside, said key security ally the United States should intervene and "help" South Korea. Many of Yoon's supporters have adopted slogans used by US president-elect Donald Trump.
"Even if President Yoon Suk Yeol returns, whether or not the impeachment is overturned, I don't think this issue can be resolved within South Korea. That's why I brought out a Trump flag today," he told AFP.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-investigators-to-seek-extension-of-arrest-warrant-for-suspended-president-yoon-8594257">South Korea: Investigators to seek extension of Yoon's arrest warrant</a>
Yoon's legal team said on Wednesday he remains inside his residential compound after investigators cast doubt on his whereabouts a day earlier.
"Last night, I personally visited the official residence, met the president there, and left," said Yoon's lawyer Yoon Kap-keun, who is unrelated.
The Corruption Investigation Office (CIO), which is leading the probe into the president, has kept secret the duration of the second warrant it requested after an initial seven-day document expired on Monday.
Yoon would become the first sitting South Korean president to be arrested if investigators were able to detain him.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-political-crisis-thousands-brave-snow-for-against-impeached-president-yoon-8593716" rel="dofollow">South Korea political crisis: Thousands brave snow to rally for, against impeached President Yoon</a>
However, they would only have 48 hours to request another arrest warrant in order to keep him in detention or be forced to release him.
<h2>Barbed wire, barricades&nbsp;</h2>
An AFP journalist saw Yoon's guards walking behind rows of buses and locked entrance gates covered in barbed wire at the residential compound on Wednesday.&nbsp;
CIO chief Oh Dong-woon said on Tuesday the force would "prepare thoroughly" to make sure their second arrest attempt was successful.
South Korea's Constitutional Court has slated January 14 for the start of Yoon's impeachment trial, which would proceed in his absence if he does not attend.
His legal team said he planned to attend the trial at some stage and lawyer Yoon Kap-keun told reporters on Wednesday "The President's position... remains unchanged".
"Of course, issues related to security and safety must be resolved in advance," he said.
Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korean-president-yoon-suk-yeol-resists-arrest-for-third-day-vows-to-fight-to-the-end-8586182" rel="dofollow"> Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol resists arrest for third day, vows to 'fight to the end'</a>
National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik said it was distressing to watch Yoon mobilise fa orce to stop his arrest because the "whole world" was watching.
"The president must no longer plunge the country into confusion and should engage in judicial procedures with a sense of responsibility," he wrote in a post on social media platform X.
Investigators are trying to work out how to again tackle an expected wall of security before that trial begins after being stopped by hundreds of Presidential Security Service (PSS) guards last week.
"The number of PSS personnel cannot be disclosed as it is confidential information," a service spokesperson told AFP.
A lawmaker from Yoon Suk Yeol's People Power Party, Yoon Sang-hyun, turned up with other MPs outside their leader's home on Wednesday to repudiate the warrant.
"I firmly believe that it is a clear violation of the law," he said.
The impeached Yoon is being investigated on charges of "insurrection" and, if formally arrested and convicted, faces prison or, at worst, the death penalty.&nbsp;
The Constitutional Court has up to 180 days from December 14, when it received the case, to determine whether to dismiss Yoon or restore his presidential powers.
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World: Yoon has refused questioning and resisted arrest after his bungled December 3 martial law decree plunged South Korea into its worst political crisis in decades.

Hundreds of supporters of South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol rallied outside his home on Wednesday in a bid to protect him as investigators prepared a fresh arrest attempt. Yoon has refused questioning and resisted arrest after his bungled December 3 martial law decree plunged South Korea into its worst political crisis in decades. Investigators secured a new arrest warrant Tuesday after an initial seven-day order expired. Several hundred members of his base rushed to the conservative leader's house in central Seoul in response, braving sub-zero temperatures. "A large number of people are coming out to join us. Despite the cold weather, many stayed up all night last night, braving the chill," Lee Hye-sook, a 57-year-old Yoon supporter, told AFP outside his residence. Also read: South Korean court re-issues arrest warrant for impeached President Yoon "Witnessing their resilience against the wind and cold, I am confident that President Yoon Suk Yeol will return, and we will prevail." Some supporters left flowers outside and ribbons with the Trump-style slogan "Make Korea Great Again!", while others waved American flags at the gates of the compound from where the suspended leader has resisted arrest. You Se-ryung, a 46-year-old YouTuber camped outside, said key security ally the United States should intervene and "help" South Korea. Many of Yoon's supporters have adopted slogans used by US president-elect Donald Trump. "Even if President Yoon Suk Yeol returns, whether or not the impeachment is overturned, I don't think this issue can be resolved within South Korea. That's why I brought out a Trump flag today," he told AFP. Also read: South Korea: Investigators to seek extension of Yoon's arrest warrant Yoon's legal team said on Wednesday he remains inside his residential compound after investigators cast doubt on his whereabouts a day earlier. "Last night, I personally visited the official residence, met the president there, and left," said Yoon's lawyer Yoon Kap-keun, who is unrelated. The Corruption Investigation Office (CIO), which is leading the probe into the president, has kept secret the duration of the second warrant it requested after an initial seven-day document expired on Monday. Yoon would become the first sitting South Korean president to be arrested if investigators were able to detain him. Also read: South Korea political crisis: Thousands brave snow to rally for, against impeached President Yoon However, they would only have 48 hours to request another arrest warrant in order to keep him in detention or be forced to release him. Barbed wire, barricades An AFP journalist saw Yoon's guards walking behind rows of buses and locked entrance gates covered in barbed wire at the residential compound on Wednesday. CIO chief Oh Dong-woon said on Tuesday the force would "prepare thoroughly" to make sure their second arrest attempt was successful. South Korea's Constitutional Court has slated January 14 for the start of Yoon's impeachment trial, which would proceed in his absence if he does not attend. His legal team said he planned to attend the trial at some stage and lawyer Yoon Kap-keun told reporters on Wednesday "The President's position... remains unchanged". "Of course, issues related to security and safety must be resolved in advance," he said. Also read: Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol resists arrest for third day, vows to 'fight to the end' National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik said it was distressing to watch Yoon mobilise fa orce to stop his arrest because the "whole world" was watching. "The president must no longer plunge the country into confusion and should engage in judicial procedures with a sense of responsibility," he wrote in a post on social media platform X. Investigators are trying to work out how to again tackle an expected wall of security before that trial begins after being stopped by hundreds of Presidential Security Service (PSS) guards last week. "The number of PSS personnel cannot be disclosed as it is confidential information," a service spokesperson told AFP. A lawmaker from Yoon Suk Yeol's People Power Party, Yoon Sang-hyun, turned up with other MPs outside their leader's home on Wednesday to repudiate the warrant. "I firmly believe that it is a clear violation of the law," he said. The impeached Yoon is being investigated on charges of "insurrection" and, if formally arrested and convicted, faces prison or, at worst, the death penalty. The Constitutional Court has up to 180 days from December 14, when it received the case, to determine whether to dismiss Yoon or restore his presidential powers. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Hundreds protest in South Korea as Yoon faces second arrest attempt

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